Buttercup, a yellow Lab mix suffering from suspicious injuries, is in BC SPCA care after being found running loose in Comox.
“Someone had taped her muzzle shut, leaving cuts right across her face,” says Alina Wilson, senior officer of digital giving for the BC SPCA. “Her leg had also been previously broken in two places and had healed incorrectly. Unfortunately, she will require amputation for her full recovery.” In addition, Buttercup is underweight and is being treated for giardia.
“Despite all Buttercup has been through, her personality is as warm and happy as her name,” says Wilson.
BC SPCA animal protection officers have opened an investigation into the case and urge anyone with information to please contact the BC SPCA’s Animal Helpline at 1-855-622-7722. “Through the love and care of our staff and volunteers Buttercup is on the road to recovery and is expected to be available for adoption in the next few weeks,” says Wilson.